Hybrid Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer na AAH
AAH · Germantown, WI - W180N11070 River Ln, Estados Unidos Da América · Hybrid
- Escritório em Germantown, WI - W180N11070 River Ln
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Benefits Eligible:
Hours Per Week:
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Normal clinic hours- Monday-Friday 7:00-5:00. Includes 4 pediatric clinic days and 3 adult clinic days at various sites
Sign on bonus based on FTE
Major Responsibilities:- Performs pediatric echocardiographic studies on patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting, using multiple echocardiography systems and accessories appropriate to the patient's specific diagnosis, age, height, and weight.
- Reviews patient chart to obtain pertinent clinical history and prior test evaluations based on suspected congenital heart defect.
- Performs echocardiograms, recognizing a variety of different types of cardiac defects and tailors the exam based on the type of defect and clinical signs and symptoms present.
- Differentiates artifacts from appropriate images, recognizing the limitations of the equipment and utilizing knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
- Operates ultrasound equipment utilizing a variety of techniques, including M-mode, two-and three-dimensional, pulsed Doppler, myocardial, and continuous wave Doppler flow mapping.
- Performs complex pediatric cardiac ultrasound examinations and uses the most appropriate imaging for the situation. Deviates from normal techniques often to tailor the exam to evaluate the type of congenital heart defect present and/or repair that has been performed.
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA), and
- Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS-AE) registration with Adult Echo issued by the ARDMS, and
- Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS-PE) registration with Pediatric Echocardiography issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
Education Required:
- Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Sonography.
Experience Required:
- Typically requires 2 years of experience in a lab performing pediatric echocardiography testing.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Able to perform pediatric echocardiography studies including complex studies: stress echocardiography, dobutamine echocardiography, and transesophageal echocardiography examinations.
- Advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and congenital defects.
- Demonstrates knowledge of repair and treatment options for congenital heart defects and be able to appropriately tailor the exam to evaluate each type of treatment/repair.
- Ability to recognize and record cardiac pathology in order for the physician to render a diagnosis.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment.
- Analytical decision making skills necessary to quickly assess and resolve technical, and patient care problems and issues.
- Ability to travel to various outreach locations to support the onsite pediatric imaging practice
- Ability to assist as needed as a clinical instructor for the Aurora School of Ultrasound, and participates in the instruction of fellows, residents, and visiting physicians.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
- Able to sit 50% and stand and walk 20% of the workday.
- Must be able to:
- Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
- Lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
- Carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
- Must be able to:
- Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
- Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
- Able to frequently push or pull over 100 lbs.
- Must have clear speech, vision and hearing.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Pay Range
$40.30 - $60.45Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
